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Adel Moustafa

Palos Hills,IL

Summary

I am well-versed in Radiography, CT, and MRI, with solid teaching and workforce training skills. My Master's degree in Workforce Development and Training has given me a deep understanding of diverse learners. I prioritize empathy and understanding when interacting with my students, and my goal is to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for everyone.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Faculty/ CT Coordinator

Moraine Valley Community College
08.2022 - Current
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Shifted between informal and formal teaching methods to create a multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
  • Used a variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Mentored over 80 students on academic problems and made professional recommendations
  • Collaborated with faculty and community stakeholders for program improvement.
  • Offered career assistance to students by conducting mock interviews, providing relevant job opportunities and teaching networking skills and strategies.
  • Helped recruitment diverse program faculty reflecting student population.
  • Analyzed data on student retention, completion, employment and success on national certification exam.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
  • Created curricula, instructions, documents, and written tests for various types of training courses.
  • Courser that were taught:

- Principles of Imaging

- Clinical Practice II,III,IV

- Physics: Prod./Characteristics

- Radiographic Procedures III

- Radiation Biology

- Digital: Acquisition & Display

- Ionizing Radiation Protection

- Radiologic Pathology

MRI Specialist

UI Health
04.2022 - Current

In my role as an MRI Specialist I perform the following:

  • I am responsible for selecting the appropriate technical factors and protocols, administering contrast media proficiently, and utilizing electronic medical records systems for accurate record keeping.
  • Patient safety is my top priority, and I am committed to adhering to established protocols at all times. In the event of equipment failure or shortages of supplies,
  • I report the issue promptly and offer assistance to both students and staff.
  • I am available to provide on-call coverage as necessary, ensuring the safety of every patient under my care.
  • I specialize in Cardiac MRI, fMR, and MRI Portable Hyperfine (super user), and I am proficient in using Epic, Centricity GE PACS (super user), and Nova.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Identified and solved internal problems.
  • Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized workflow.
  • Inspected equipment before and after use for defects, failures and cleanliness.

Program Director

Stellar Career College
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • In my role as a program director, I was dedicated to employing a wide range of effective teaching methodologies and innovative communication tools to enhance the learning experiences of my students
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Maintained and updated project related documents.
  • Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Identified risks and developed mitigation plans.
  • Pitched and built new programming strategies and one-off feature shows to boost audience interests and diversify offerings.
  • Provided expert guidance and counseling to my students regarding college policies and procedures, equipping them with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in their studies
  • I created a safe and welcoming classroom where all students feel valued and supported, and where they can grow and thrive both academically and personally.

Adjunct Faculty

Stellar Career College
11.2020 - 08.2022
  • During my time as an instructor, I taught the following courses:

- MRI Physics

- Cross Sectional Anatomy

- Patient Care

- Pathology

- and Instrumentation

- Simulation Lab

  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
  • Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
  • Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans.
  • Aided in migration of technological options and course materials for lab simulation software to add better functionality for students.

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE
08.2017 - 08.2020
  • As an MRI/Radiology professional, I have had the opportunity to use top-of-the-line equipment, including the Siemens Magneto Symphony 1.5 T and 3T Skylar, Medrad Power Injector, VISTA, andAgfa PACS
  • My expertise also extends to various procedures, such as injections, IV, MSK, MRA
  • MRE, Abdomen, and more
  • In my role, I prioritize patient safety and uphold the standards of safe MRI practices to maintain "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA) radiation levels
  • Throughout my career, I have worked flexible shifts and provided on-call coverage to meet the demands of a busy patient load
  • I participated in performance improvement projects and processes to enhance the quality of patient care
  • My expertise extends to various scanning protocols, including soft tissue neck, (CTA), venography neck (CTV), HRCT, low dose lung screening, chest trauma, pulmonary angiography/PE study (CTPA), vascular chest (CTA, CTV, aorta, SVC), heart (e.g., coronary angiography, TAVR, PVS)
  • Operated x-ray and mobile imaging equipment
  • I am also an expert with Siemens, GE, Automatic Injectors E-Z-EM Empower injector, GE PACs, and Agfa PACS.


Clinical Manager

BRIDGEVIEW FOOT AND ANKLE, P.C
12.2015 - 08.2017
  • My responsibilities included new employee orientation, managing staffing coverage issues, and coordinating physician services
  • I focused on improving clinic efficiency by managing clinic performance, including patient volumes, staff expenses, and other costs
  • I answere all atient feedback and customer service issues, maintain written logsf to exceed patients' and clients' expectations
  • I answered all patient feedback and customer service issues, maintain written logs
  • I assisted front office staff with ensuring point-of-service collections are made when applicable and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of patient charge entry into the billing system
  • Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
  • Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment
  • Reviewed financial resources and prepared reports showing resource allocations.
  • Selected, promoted and terminated staff members.
  • Communicated with patients, asked appropriate questions and employed active listening to determine best care.
  • Maintained clinic's records and files, utilizing proper techniques to keep patient data confidential.
  • Managed three employees with various personalities and from different cultures
  • Developed and adjusted work schedules
  • Reviewed operational policies and recommended solutions and change to medical director

Graduate Assistant

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • I specialized in producing top-notch manuscripts, presentations, reports, and newsletters
  • Produced in instructional design, research design, and data collection
  • Trained others on software such as Microsoft Office and develop action plans to improve deficiencies
  • Implemented metrics and collaborating with teams to collect programmatic evaluation data
  • I maintained bibliographies, fact- check, and attend research meetings
  • Researched information regarding DCFS Grant to assist professors with academic pursuits.
  • Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance.
  • Cataloged data and research into research databases.
  • Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
  • Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
  • Organized various class presentations and new course materials as directed by professor.
  • Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors.

Xray/CT/MRI Technologist

Carbondale Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - 12.2015
  • Performed CT exams according to the established “protocol” set by the Radiologist
  • Prepared examination rooms according to department-specific guidelines
  • Performed work and supply orders
  • Scheduled patients and explains procedures-preparation
  • Participated in related annual reviews
  • Performed audits and QA
  • Soft tissue neck, (CTA), venography neck (CTV), HRCT, low dose lung screening, chest trauma, pulmonary angiography/PE study (CTPA), vascular chest (CTA, CTV, aorta, SVC), heart (e.g., coronary angiography, TAVR, PVS), coronary artery calcium scoring, abdomen/pelvis without contrast, abdomen/pelvis with contrast, liver (multi-phase), kidneys (multi-phase), pancreas (multi-phase), adrenals, enterography study, appendicitis study, renal stone protocol (without IV contrast), abdominal trauma, arteriography abdomen/pelvis (CTA)
  • Venography abdomen/pelvis (CTV), urogram, retrograde cystogram, pelvic trauma, colorectal studies (rectal contrast), biopsies, drainages, aspirations, pediatric, arthrography, ablations, myelography, (MPR),3D rendering (MIP, SSD, VR), retrospective reconstruction with different parameters (e.g., DFOV, algorithm, slice thickness)
  • Expert with the following equipment: Toshiba, Siemens, GE, Automatic Injectors E-Z-EM Empower injector, Medrad’s injector.

Education

Master's degree - Workforce Education

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
2015

Bachelor of Applied Science - Bachelor of Applied Science , MRI And CT

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
2014

Associate's degree - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL
2012

Associate's degree - General Studies

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
2010

Skills

  • Instructional Design
  • Class Organization
  • Critical Thinking
  • Course Lecturing
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Health Education
  • Radiologic Technology
  • Computed Tomography
  • Staff Training

Certification

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Computed Tomography
  • Radiography
  • BLS/ CPR

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Faculty/ CT Coordinator

Moraine Valley Community College
08.2022 - Current

MRI Specialist

UI Health
04.2022 - Current

Program Director

Stellar Career College
09.2021 - 01.2023

Adjunct Faculty

Stellar Career College
11.2020 - 08.2022

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE
08.2017 - 08.2020

Clinical Manager

BRIDGEVIEW FOOT AND ANKLE, P.C
12.2015 - 08.2017

Graduate Assistant

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
08.2014 - 12.2015

Xray/CT/MRI Technologist

Carbondale Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - 12.2015

Master's degree - Workforce Education

Southern Illinois University

Bachelor of Applied Science - Bachelor of Applied Science , MRI And CT

Southern Illinois University

Associate's degree - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Associate's degree - General Studies

Antelope Valley College
Adel Moustafa